Best Easy Penne all'Arrabbiata Recipe

Fiery penne in spicy tomato sauce delivers bold mediterranean flavors with minimal ingredients. This vegetarian pasta is a fresh, clean eats option that works well in a calorie deficit meal plan.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 410 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • penne pasta 12 oz
  • canned whole peeled tomatoes 1.5 cups
  • garlic 3 cloves
  • olive oil 3 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • red pepper flakes 1 tsp
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • fresh parsley 0.25 cup
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 67 g 65%
Protein 12 g 12%
Fat 9 g 23%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and keep it at a steady rolling boil. Cook penne pasta until just al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

  2. 2

    While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly so it does not burn.

  3. 3

    Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, then quickly add the canned whole peeled tomatoes. Crush tomatoes with a spoon. Simmer sauce uncovered for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce and intensify flavors.

  4. 4

    Season the sauce with kosher salt and black pepper. If sauce thickens excessively, add reserved pasta water little by little until desired consistency.

  5. 5

    Toss drained penne into the sauce and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes so pasta absorbs flavor. Finish with fresh parsley just before serving for vibrancy and freshness.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The essential ingredient is penne pasta, which gives the dish its shape and satisfying bite. The spicy tomato sauce base, made from whole peeled tomatoes and olive oil, delivers the signature bold flavor that defines Penne all'Arrabbiata.
Q. How do I control the heat level for the sauce?
The recipe uses red pepper flakes sautéed early in olive oil for maximum flavor release. Adjust the amount based on preference. For milder heat, start with half the suggested quantity and taste before final simmering.
Q. How do you prevent soggy or undercooked pasta?
Cook the penne in rapidly boiling salted water until just al dente. After draining, finish the pasta in the sauce over medium heat for 2 minutes, allowing it to absorb flavor and achieve a perfect texture without becoming mushy.
Q. How many calories and what is the macronutrient ratio per serving?
Each serving contains 410 kcal. The macronutrient breakdown is approximately 65% carbohydrates (67g), 12% protein (12g), and 23% fat (9g). This balance delivers energy with a lean, clean profile suitable for calorie-deficit meal plans.
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